Michael Mayo, a rapidly rising vocal talent, is coming to Latvia for the first time and will perform with the Latvian Radio Big Band! With a velvety voice reminiscent of Frank Ocean, Mayo has released two successful studio albums, toured with Herbie Hancock and Jacob Collier, and collaborated on projects with Ben Wendel and Kneebody. Mayo will perform music from his latest albums, “Fly” and “Bones”. Exceptional vocal performances, playful original compositions, and fresh interpretations of jazz standards make this a must-hear and must-see concert for every jazz, neo-soul and R&B lover!
Michael Mayo’s musical identity began taking shape long before he stepped onto the stage. As the son of two accomplished musicians, young Mayo grew up in close proximity to legends such as Diana Ross, Luther Vandross, and Stevie Wonder. After earning his bachelor’s degree in Boston, Mayo continued his studies at the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, where his mentors included Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, and Luciana Souza. Today, Michael Mayo is an experienced international performer, with career highlights that include performances at the White House, successful tours across the U.S. and Europe, and collaborations with numerous legends of the jazz world. Michael Mayo leaves a lasting impression on audiences with his positive charisma and authentic stage presence. His concerts are adorned with expansive vocal harmonies and a masterful sense of rhythm and blues combined with jazz.
JAZZIZ magazine raves: “Michael Mayo has developed his own lush, neo-soul sound that adroitly showcases his clear tenor, which glides over luxuriant clouds of his multi-tracked vocals.”
